Is the new Honda CR-V an ideal family SUV?
HONDA’S flagship SUV, the CR-V has been around a while now – but the latest version has shed the ugly-duckling looks and come up with some decidedly attractive power trains…
Is the Ford Puma ST Powershift worthy of the iconic badge? Full review
THERE are certain expectations when it comes to performance Fords. Chief among those is performance and handling, but engine sound is always a big draw. We’ve all seen baseball-capped yoovs…
Mazda CX-30 – A Compact SUV for the Driver
I RECENTLY went on a trip to the Isle of Skye with Mrs. B. The first decision we had to make was which car to take for this scenic trip.…
Subaru go full-EV with the Solterra SUV – Review
What is it? IF the Subaru Solterra looks familiar, then that’s because it shares its platform with the Toyota bZ4X. And apart from a different front grill and some changes…
Nissan X-Trail vs Storm Pia – Or, how Tech Tamed the Torrent
The weather conditions over the 2023-2024 Christmas and New Year period were shocking for most of the country – and particularly bad for those north of the border. So, with…
Ford Focus Active 1.0 EcoBoost mHEV – Review
THE Ford Focus Active appears to be for people who don’t want an SUV and won’t consider a “Crossover” because it’s still too extreme. But they DO want plastic wheel…
Crikey, this new Renault Austral is a bit of alright
ASTONISHINGLY, the last Renault I reviewed was the Scenic – way back in 2017. Its infotainment screen was (outrageously) mounted vertically in the centre console. At the time, I think…
Dacia Duster still cleans up when it comes to value-for-money SUVs
It was a bitterly cold winter’s day when the Dacia Duster arrived on my driveway. With snow imminent, I was hoping it would be the “Extreme” dCi diesel version –…
Clever Honda ZR-V makes the case for a driver-focused family SUV
FROM certain angles, the front of the new Honda ZR-V looks a little grumpy. Maybe it is the weight of expectation – after all, it is going up against the…
Skoda Enyaq Coupe iV 80 SportLine Plus – Review
THE Enyaq is Skoda’s fully-electric SUV that has been winning plaudits for its family-friendly practicality. But some bright electron thought it would be a good idea to give it a…
